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Do hormones affect how often you have bowel movements?
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Not likely: The most common hormone problem that can affect bowel habits is hyper or hypothyroidism. A low thyroid will contribute to constipation. A high thyroid level will result in increased number of bowel movements. Primary hyperparathyroidism associated with high calcium levels can also cause constipation.
Answered 9/3/2016
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